tree⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate waterZone 5a – Zone 8b
David's Maple is a small to medium deciduous tree prized for its attractive striped green and white bark, delicate spring flowers, and brilliant red fall foliage. It performs well in part shade and provides year-round ornamental interest in temperate gardens.
Overview
Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
25–40′ tall × 20–30′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 5aZone 8b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 5a to Zone 8b
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringFallWinter
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
early successionalmid successional
Native Range
Central and western China
Function & Care
wildlife benefitwindbreak
Establishment & Care
Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting
Notable Cultivars
'Serpentine' is noted for distinctive white-striped bark; 'Ernest Wilson' is a selection with particularly ornamental characteristics.
